In Marinduque, a woman drowns after drifting away due to strong floodwaters as their vehicle tried crossing a bridge on Christmas Day, Dec. 25, 2024. The Philippine Coast Guard did not give the victim’s name but said that her body was found the following day, Dec. 26, at Barangay Hupi in Sta. Cruz town. The bridge is located at nearby Barangay Baliis. INQUIRER FILES
MANILA, Philippines — A woman drowned after drifting away due to strong floodwaters as their vehicle tried crossing a bridge in Marinduque on Christmas Day, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported Saturday.
The PCG did not give the victim’s name but said that her body was found the following day, Dec. 26, at Barangay Hupi in Sta. Cruz, Marinduque town. The bridge is located in nearby Barangay Baliis.
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Article continues after this advertisement“While trying to exit their vehicle, the female victim was caught by the flood current and carried into the river,” the PCG said in a statement.
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Article continues after this advertisementAuthorities have warned that flooding and landslides may happen in affected areas, advising residents to take extra precautions.
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